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April 20, 2015 - Belogradchick Fortress or "Kaleto is one of the most preserved fortresses in Bulgaria. In the 1st – 3rd century, the Romans kept a fortress here to guard the strategic paths, which were crossing the area, using the advantage of the rock’s natural ability of hindering accessibility. Located on the north slopes of the Balkan Mountains, the fortress was used in ancient times, first by the Roman’s as part of their defensive blockade and subsequently by the Byzantine Empire. The fortress was extended by the Bulgarians. Its significance grew after the separation of Vidin’s Kingdom, including the territories of today’s North-West Bulgaria, parts of East Serbia and South-East Romania. The fortress, named Belgrad at that time, was one of the last fortresses to be taken over by the Turks at the end of the 14th century. They placed a garrison here, which played a key part in the defense of the country’s West areas and crushed the Bulgarians’ revolts. In the period since 1805 till 1837, the Kaleto Fortress was extended and reconstructed to allow the use of fire guns under the supervision of French and Italian engineers. The memorial plaques after the construction are written both in Bulgarian and Turkish – the unique case in the history of Turkish fortresses’ constructions. The extension included 3 courts (all of them with the capability of defending independently) located in a total area of 10 211 sq. meters, and one separate fortification. There are two main gates – Vidin Kapia and Nish Kapia. The fortification’s walls, which are 10 meters high, were added with gun embrasures. For the cannons, 3 bastions were built, each allowing the use of 15-16 cannons. In wartime, the number of the fortress’ defenders and the surrounding hills reached up to 3000 people. Part of Bulgarian Tourist Union’s “100 National Tourist Sites”: Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress" Text taken from: www.belogradchik.biz/belogradchik/attractions/kaleto.en.html
Ex città imperiale
Rovine del castello XIV° sec.
Vojvodina - Republika Srbija (Serbia)(Serbia del nord)
April 20, 2015 - Belogradchick Fortress or "Kaleto is one of the most preserved fortresses in Bulgaria. In the 1st – 3rd century, the Romans kept a fortress here to guard the strategic paths, which were crossing the area, using the advantage of the rock’s natural ability of hindering accessibility. Located on the north slopes of the Balkan Mountains, the fortress was used in ancient times, first by the Roman’s as part of their defensive blockade and subsequently by the Byzantine Empire. The fortress was extended by the Bulgarians. Its significance grew after the separation of Vidin’s Kingdom, including the territories of today’s North-West Bulgaria, parts of East Serbia and South-East Romania. The fortress, named Belgrad at that time, was one of the last fortresses to be taken over by the Turks at the end of the 14th century. They placed a garrison here, which played a key part in the defense of the country’s West areas and crushed the Bulgarians’ revolts. In the period since 1805 till 1837, the Kaleto Fortress was extended and reconstructed to allow the use of fire guns under the supervision of French and Italian engineers. The memorial plaques after the construction are written both in Bulgarian and Turkish – the unique case in the history of Turkish fortresses’ constructions. The extension included 3 courts (all of them with the capability of defending independently) located in a total area of 10 211 sq. meters, and one separate fortification. There are two main gates – Vidin Kapia and Nish Kapia. The fortification’s walls, which are 10 meters high, were added with gun embrasures. For the cannons, 3 bastions were built, each allowing the use of 15-16 cannons. In wartime, the number of the fortress’ defenders and the surrounding hills reached up to 3000 people. Part of Bulgarian Tourist Union’s “100 National Tourist Sites”: Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress" Text taken from: www.belogradchik.biz/belogradchik/attractions/kaleto.en.html
Louisbourg, Nova Scotia - just shooting randomness...practicing composition and shooting in different light conditions, etc. etc. no matter how unsuccessful I am... and I just like pressing the shutter.
If you walk by the Humber Bay Arch Bridge you'll notice these padlocks hanging about. Apparently couples place these padlocks on the bridge for some deep reason that I have yet to fathom. Maybe someday.
Palamidi is fortress to the east of the town of Nafplio in Greece. The fortress is situated on the top of a 216 metre high hill and was built by the Venetians during their second occupation of the area (1686-1715). In 1715 it was captured by the Turks and remained under their control until 1822 when it was captured by the Greeks. There are 913 steps winding up the hillside from the town to the fortress, however to reach the top of the fortress the total is 1000. Quite a climb. Bev went shopping.
Reproduction of a cross that was originally stolen by troops from New England during the first siege of Louisbourg. Apparently, the cross ended up at Harvard and had been gilded. It was later returned to Louisbourg and the original is in a museum.
A visit to the Fortress of Louisbourg in Cape Breton. The largest reconstructed 18th-century French fortified town in North America.
An FYI, aim your invading catapults at these walls. And avoid anything flying out of the little holes, as they will probably harm you.
In and around Krak des Chevaliers. An old crusader fortress.
Fortress of BreendonFort Breendonk is a military fortification used as a Nazi prison camp during the German occupation of Belgium during World War II. Situated in breendonck, Belgium.k
Peniche is a coastal fishing town with a population of about 15,000 built on a rocky peninsula and best known for its high waves which attract surfers from all over.
The coastal fortress dates from the 16th century, but more recently served as a prison when Salazar was dictator of Portugal. Now it has been converted to the Municipal Museum of Peniche.
April 20, 2015 - Belogradchick Fortress or "Kaleto is one of the most preserved fortresses in Bulgaria. In the 1st – 3rd century, the Romans kept a fortress here to guard the strategic paths, which were crossing the area, using the advantage of the rock’s natural ability of hindering accessibility. Located on the north slopes of the Balkan Mountains, the fortress was used in ancient times, first by the Roman’s as part of their defensive blockade and subsequently by the Byzantine Empire. The fortress was extended by the Bulgarians. Its significance grew after the separation of Vidin’s Kingdom, including the territories of today’s North-West Bulgaria, parts of East Serbia and South-East Romania. The fortress, named Belgrad at that time, was one of the last fortresses to be taken over by the Turks at the end of the 14th century. They placed a garrison here, which played a key part in the defense of the country’s West areas and crushed the Bulgarians’ revolts. In the period since 1805 till 1837, the Kaleto Fortress was extended and reconstructed to allow the use of fire guns under the supervision of French and Italian engineers. The memorial plaques after the construction are written both in Bulgarian and Turkish – the unique case in the history of Turkish fortresses’ constructions. The extension included 3 courts (all of them with the capability of defending independently) located in a total area of 10 211 sq. meters, and one separate fortification. There are two main gates – Vidin Kapia and Nish Kapia. The fortification’s walls, which are 10 meters high, were added with gun embrasures. For the cannons, 3 bastions were built, each allowing the use of 15-16 cannons. In wartime, the number of the fortress’ defenders and the surrounding hills reached up to 3000 people. Part of Bulgarian Tourist Union’s “100 National Tourist Sites”: Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress" Text taken from: www.belogradchik.biz/belogradchik/attractions/kaleto.en.html